A paragraph discussing and critiquing your own PowerPoint 2 assignment using the concepts addressed in Chapter 8.
My powerpoint two assignment was a personal best. Before the course, my powerpoints were basic and pretty blank. Thanks to a better understanding of rubrics and what exactly was required by the assignment, I was able to create a much more detailed and accurate presentation.
A paragraph about how you might integrate peripherals and non-computer audio-visual technologies in your classroom. How might you use them with computer-based technologies?
Not everything in the classroom that is technology is computer driven. Non-computer audio video aids are one example of this. Students could create presentations of their own using pictures, magazines, etc. and these aids could be brought into class. Audio aids outside of the computer realm could include cassettes of recordings that could be played and then the students could compare those sounds and aids to any they might find on the internet. Non-computer aids could be used to compare to those computer driven aids. The more hands on with something like a digital recorder to compare to Mp3's online. Students could learn to include pictures and drawings and learn how to upload them to PhotoShop. Comparisons are very hands on and I think that that is the best method of creating a balance between the non-computer driven and the highly technological.
A paragraph on new skills you acquired in the last week that you think will be especially useful to you in your educational career and why you think so.
I learned how to create a linked powerpoint (i.e. a gameboard). That is fantastic! Students don't like to be bored. If they become bored then they don't bother to learn. If I can make it fun and educational by making a jeopardy-type game for say reviewing for a test or learning a new lesson. I know I enjoyed these things in school and it made me want to learn
Monday, April 20, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Post 7
A paragraph on what you feel are the biggest advantages and disadvantages of using presentation software in the K-12 classroom.
Large amounts of teachers today know their way around the Presentation software such as PowerPoint. These different presentation software systems allow for a wonderful and interactive type of learning to occur. Teachers can include videos, and pictures, and podcasts. These many different things provide visual stimulation. They can actually get the students to feel more connected. A lot of students are actually visual and audio learners so if you can incorporate both types of medias when you are teaching you can increase comprehension.
A paragraph on how you might use PowerPoint to support student learning at each knowledge dimension in a particular lesson. Be explicit in your example! Use Chapter 5 and online resources.
PowerPoint can support interactivity learning. This means that students who read something in one place, can then connect (make connections) to that same information in another way. This is ESPECIALLY important in learning. If students aren't able to make connections to the material in more than one way, they will have trouble remembering. Powerpoint can give a face to people read about in a textbook, a youtube.com video included in the powerpoint can give them a feeling for a situation or conflict read about. If a student is learning about the civil war and they can't connect to it, a powerpoint including pictures of the battlefields, maps, and a movie clip can put it into a perspective that they can actually understand.
A paragraph on an issue related to educational technology that now interests you. You may provide information, ask questions, include links, etc.
Educational technology is something that I wonder about it actually being up to date. Literally programs are now outdated within two years of their creation. How do educational technology classes and even teachers outside of these classes manage to keep up? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIDLIwlzkgY Check this out to understand what I mean
Large amounts of teachers today know their way around the Presentation software such as PowerPoint. These different presentation software systems allow for a wonderful and interactive type of learning to occur. Teachers can include videos, and pictures, and podcasts. These many different things provide visual stimulation. They can actually get the students to feel more connected. A lot of students are actually visual and audio learners so if you can incorporate both types of medias when you are teaching you can increase comprehension.
A paragraph on how you might use PowerPoint to support student learning at each knowledge dimension in a particular lesson. Be explicit in your example! Use Chapter 5 and online resources.
PowerPoint can support interactivity learning. This means that students who read something in one place, can then connect (make connections) to that same information in another way. This is ESPECIALLY important in learning. If students aren't able to make connections to the material in more than one way, they will have trouble remembering. Powerpoint can give a face to people read about in a textbook, a youtube.com video included in the powerpoint can give them a feeling for a situation or conflict read about. If a student is learning about the civil war and they can't connect to it, a powerpoint including pictures of the battlefields, maps, and a movie clip can put it into a perspective that they can actually understand.
A paragraph on an issue related to educational technology that now interests you. You may provide information, ask questions, include links, etc.
Educational technology is something that I wonder about it actually being up to date. Literally programs are now outdated within two years of their creation. How do educational technology classes and even teachers outside of these classes manage to keep up? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIDLIwlzkgY Check this out to understand what I mean
Monday, March 23, 2009
The 6th blog arrives!
A paragraph discussing your thoughts about the use of Web 2.0 technologies in K-12 education. Would you use them? Why or why not? How? Use online resources.
Web 2.0 technologies have many varied pros and cons. I myself find the using of Web 2.0 technologies as something easy and highly applicable in my college courses. However, I feel that this is only true because of my age and maturity level. Kids in middle school and even high school tend to be overzealous when it comes to Web 2.0 technology such as social networking sites. While these are great mediums to connect college alumni and current college students to their universities, younger students might have problems focusing on the subject matter and get carried away in the 'social' aspects. I personally think that photo sharing, video sharing, wikis and blogs would actually be very fun for students to use in classrooms. These mediums do afford students the chance to be creative with projects and learning and that is always a plus in my book.
A paragraph discussing your thoughts on Wikipedia as a learning resource.
Wikipedia is a veritable omniscient technology guru. Any question I ask or subject I may want to know about is on there. It is fast and easy to navigate, BUT IT SHOULD NEVER BE USED AS A RESOURCE FOR ANYTHING OTHER THAN GIVING LEADS TO OTHER CREDIBLE SOURCES! Wikipedia is written by people and as such many of the articles are either poorly worded, not verified, and not even cited. This means that any information pulled off of wikipedia could be WRONG or even STOLEN information. It should only be used as a stepping stone and idea builder.
A paragraph on new skills you acquired in the last week that you think will be especially useful to you in your educational career and why you think so.
Last week I learned how to really do powerpoint. Don't laugh but I have never really done powerpoint all that well and so it was valuable for me to learn how to really get into the program. This will be useful for me as a teacher because I can use the powerpoint skills I've acquired to really capture and keep my student's interest.
Web 2.0 technologies have many varied pros and cons. I myself find the using of Web 2.0 technologies as something easy and highly applicable in my college courses. However, I feel that this is only true because of my age and maturity level. Kids in middle school and even high school tend to be overzealous when it comes to Web 2.0 technology such as social networking sites. While these are great mediums to connect college alumni and current college students to their universities, younger students might have problems focusing on the subject matter and get carried away in the 'social' aspects. I personally think that photo sharing, video sharing, wikis and blogs would actually be very fun for students to use in classrooms. These mediums do afford students the chance to be creative with projects and learning and that is always a plus in my book.
A paragraph discussing your thoughts on Wikipedia as a learning resource.
Wikipedia is a veritable omniscient technology guru. Any question I ask or subject I may want to know about is on there. It is fast and easy to navigate, BUT IT SHOULD NEVER BE USED AS A RESOURCE FOR ANYTHING OTHER THAN GIVING LEADS TO OTHER CREDIBLE SOURCES! Wikipedia is written by people and as such many of the articles are either poorly worded, not verified, and not even cited. This means that any information pulled off of wikipedia could be WRONG or even STOLEN information. It should only be used as a stepping stone and idea builder.
A paragraph on new skills you acquired in the last week that you think will be especially useful to you in your educational career and why you think so.
Last week I learned how to really do powerpoint. Don't laugh but I have never really done powerpoint all that well and so it was valuable for me to learn how to really get into the program. This will be useful for me as a teacher because I can use the powerpoint skills I've acquired to really capture and keep my student's interest.
Monday, March 2, 2009
Post Numero 5!
I believe that the Internet is a wonderful tool for everyone to use from everyday searches for simple items to doing research. It is right at the finger tips of everyone and makes using it convenient, fast, and it provides a VAST amount of information. A library or research office doesn’t even compare to the amount of information that can be housed online. However, this is where it becomes treacherous. Too much information that may not be properly cited, backed up, thoroughly researched, or straight up lies can lead students down the wrong paths. Students doing research papers may take a short cut and just use any information they may find floating on the web, this can lead to faulty papers as well as copyright infringement, i.e. plagiarism. Teaching students how to properly search the internet for viable sources is key.
A paragraph on other ways you might use web-based resources to support student learning. Share a few resources that are of interest to you. Use your book and online resources.
Web-based resources such as the Encyclopedia Britanica online, Oxford dictionary online, as well as journal and video databases can provide relevant examples, pictures, audio commentary, and numerous other things that can help the student better understand the material. No student likes just straight lecturing so using these other online resources is away to capture student interest as well as a way to drive learning.
A paragraph on your concerns about being a teacher who supervises students in a technology environment. Be sure to mention the age/grade level of your students.
My concern for my students would be because I wish to teach high school students, preferably seniors (twelfth grade). These are young adults that find obscene and outrageous and often blocked content highly amusing. My concern would be to make sure I could be able to walk by or view all the students’ computer screens as a way to monitor them. Also, if there was a program that would let me view what they do on my screen I could make sure they do what is necessary. It is also necessary to state to the students what rules are in place as well as the consequences of violation of those rules so as to cut down on rule breakers.
A paragraph on other ways you might use web-based resources to support student learning. Share a few resources that are of interest to you. Use your book and online resources.
Web-based resources such as the Encyclopedia Britanica online, Oxford dictionary online, as well as journal and video databases can provide relevant examples, pictures, audio commentary, and numerous other things that can help the student better understand the material. No student likes just straight lecturing so using these other online resources is away to capture student interest as well as a way to drive learning.
A paragraph on your concerns about being a teacher who supervises students in a technology environment. Be sure to mention the age/grade level of your students.
My concern for my students would be because I wish to teach high school students, preferably seniors (twelfth grade). These are young adults that find obscene and outrageous and often blocked content highly amusing. My concern would be to make sure I could be able to walk by or view all the students’ computer screens as a way to monitor them. Also, if there was a program that would let me view what they do on my screen I could make sure they do what is necessary. It is also necessary to state to the students what rules are in place as well as the consequences of violation of those rules so as to cut down on rule breakers.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Post #4
Chapter Seven from out book covers what I think is a very pivotal thing for all students to learn. It covers outlines, idea maps, story lines, objectives, and branching. These very skills are mostly thought of in reference to English classes but these skills are applicable in every field and area of study! Technology I would use to show and teach my students these skills would be PowerPoint, Inspiration software, and a projector. By watching me create maps on Inspiration, or having presentations outlining my goals/storyboards, the students will be able to relate and understand the lessons more.
In all of my own years of study and education, I have found that I am better able to sell products, get my point across, debate, write papers, and even understand math and/or science concepts by mapping and creating outlines. It isn't something that you t just have to do if you want to write a persuasive paragraph, rather it helps to re-focus and center our thoughts so that we can take whatever it is we want to do and just break it down into much simpler parts. This can greatly help with studying as well as writing. Also, many states have their own forms of standardized tests that require the students to write an essay. If they have learned to create outlines and maps and storyboards, they will be able to write an essay using less time and with less frustration. Also, higher level classes such as Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate have tests that will give college credits to students but, it requires them to be able to write arguments and essays that require a strong sense of organization and flow.
If one were to have a business meeting or try to sell something to a customer, one must break down into smaller parts what exactly it is you are talking about or offering...hence these skills follow through education and become applicable in the 'real world'.
Last week I learned how to use Inspiration software and to better make flow charts and maps. This could be valuable to me in my career because I must be able to explain/sell a certain thing (books) and to do this I have to be highly organized and well on point. Being able to map makes me seem like I am highly knowledgeable as well as organized. No one wants to buy something from someone going "uhhh," or "umm," and even, "well..." This skill makes me more successful.
In all of my own years of study and education, I have found that I am better able to sell products, get my point across, debate, write papers, and even understand math and/or science concepts by mapping and creating outlines. It isn't something that you t just have to do if you want to write a persuasive paragraph, rather it helps to re-focus and center our thoughts so that we can take whatever it is we want to do and just break it down into much simpler parts. This can greatly help with studying as well as writing. Also, many states have their own forms of standardized tests that require the students to write an essay. If they have learned to create outlines and maps and storyboards, they will be able to write an essay using less time and with less frustration. Also, higher level classes such as Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate have tests that will give college credits to students but, it requires them to be able to write arguments and essays that require a strong sense of organization and flow.
If one were to have a business meeting or try to sell something to a customer, one must break down into smaller parts what exactly it is you are talking about or offering...hence these skills follow through education and become applicable in the 'real world'.
Last week I learned how to use Inspiration software and to better make flow charts and maps. This could be valuable to me in my career because I must be able to explain/sell a certain thing (books) and to do this I have to be highly organized and well on point. Being able to map makes me seem like I am highly knowledgeable as well as organized. No one wants to buy something from someone going "uhhh," or "umm," and even, "well..." This skill makes me more successful.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Post Number 2
I have been a Microsoft Word user for a verrrrrrrrrry long time. I really started getting familiar with this particular program back in the fifth grade for a science fair project. I have used it to create banners using the Word Art tool and to add pictures to my book reports using Clipart. As a college student and a high school AP student, I have written numerous papers and essays for classes using it as well. Sometimes even, when I check to see whenever I have last used a program, it is usually Word and it is almost always during the hours after midnight. So I have a slight procrastination problem....no judging! hahah.
I have seen teachers create the prompts, syllubi, notes, and checklists for their classes by using Word.
Personally, I would use Word for my students in the same ways I used it as a student, and in the same ways I have seen my own teachers use it. I would have students write papers, essays, journal entries, etc. using the program. As the teacher, I could use word to type up my lesson plans, to type up notes that I can later get printed and give to my class, to create handouts, and as a way for me to make the syllubi and materials and/or rules for the class.
So far, I have learned to use the Vista version of word which is laid out differently from my Microsoft Office XP version. I am not going to lie, I definately had a little bit of a learning curve and the transition was ok. It is important to my career to stay on top of all the new software programs (including Vista) so as to stay on top of my game and have an edge over others. By also learning to use such programs as Inspiration, I will be able to provide my students with better tools that they can easily relate to and use. This is important if I am to really connect and impart my knowledge to students.
I have seen teachers create the prompts, syllubi, notes, and checklists for their classes by using Word.
Personally, I would use Word for my students in the same ways I used it as a student, and in the same ways I have seen my own teachers use it. I would have students write papers, essays, journal entries, etc. using the program. As the teacher, I could use word to type up my lesson plans, to type up notes that I can later get printed and give to my class, to create handouts, and as a way for me to make the syllubi and materials and/or rules for the class.
So far, I have learned to use the Vista version of word which is laid out differently from my Microsoft Office XP version. I am not going to lie, I definately had a little bit of a learning curve and the transition was ok. It is important to my career to stay on top of all the new software programs (including Vista) so as to stay on top of my game and have an edge over others. By also learning to use such programs as Inspiration, I will be able to provide my students with better tools that they can easily relate to and use. This is important if I am to really connect and impart my knowledge to students.
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